Mile 198 - Beachside State Park to Reynolds Creek - November 6, 2016

Report Details

After a day( yesterday) of heavy rain, we walked our mile at low tide, which was not low (3.5)- about 100 feet of beach from the bluff to surf. Moderate winds from SW on a balmy 61' day, with 14 people and 4 dogs walking along beach. Large amounts of seafoam along tide and surf line, and scudding across the beach. Some Western, Mew, and Ringbill gulls feeding in shallow surf. Tideline had some mole crab parts, and broken clam shells. Beachside campground closed. Clean beach.

Conditions

Temperature: 61 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: SW. Tide Level: 3.5 feet.

Human Activities

Number of people: 14. Number of dogs: 4. Walking or running: 14. Beachside campground closed. Walkers and dogs enjoying a balmy warm day off from heavy rain yesterday.

Notable Wildlife

Some Western, Mew and Ringbill gulls feeding at tideline. Surf scoters (50-70) about 30 feet into surf.

Dead Fish or Invertebrates

Mole crab parts along tideline.

Driftline Content

Seaweeds and seagrass, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt).